Get ready for life as you know it to never be the same.
Meet Allison and Wes.
John and I are actually both friends with this great couple. They were even guests at our own wedding. Allison actually went to high school with both John and I. I remember seeing her in the halls, even though I was two years older. She was a MySpace queen, and although that may sound silly now, back then it was a real thing. I remember how striking her eyes were even at first glance. She was mesmerizing, and always will be. Fast forward to college. I had a class with Wes. In my mind I referred to him as “a real skater.” Not to be confused with Avril Lavigne’s ‘skater boy,’ or Sk8ter boi*. Nope, Wes was the real deal. I remember he didn’t talk much, but I do remember how talented he was. One time he did speak up and ask me if I knew Allison. I think even then I knew they were absolutely perfect for each other.
Wes has this protective/loyal vibe about him. I’m always quick to pick up on those types of things. He’s so great to Allison, and you can tell he always has her back, no matter what. He’s like a protector. Allison marches to the beat of her own drum, and she always has. She’s that girl that every single one of us want to be. She says what we think. It may make some people uncomfortable, but at least she knows who she is, and what she wants. That’s more than most of us.
When Allison and Wes mentioned Elmwood Cemetery as a possible location, I remember thinking “literally no one can tastefully pull that off, except them.” 100% true. Allison and Wes toyed around with the idea of visiting a skate park. John and I were totally pumped about this location. We love anything urban, graffiti, bright colors, etc. This very well may be our favorite engagement session to date. Allison and Wes were upfront about what they wanted. They wanted to be documented naturally, and not stiff or over posed. I love that Allison and Wes trusted our judgement. We feel that these images so accurately depict the passionate, emotional people they are. And they really are.
Luckily for us, we will be joining them for their wedding in New Orleans this March.
Can I get a HECK YES?
You guys enjoy these for always.
